Algorithmic Trading Engineer - ED

• You will be using core Java development to build and enhance trading strategies and engines, primarily in the delta1 space but with the opportunity to work with other asset classes
• The role involves working directly with the global trading, quant and IT teams to advance the platform and the businesses it serves.
• The project portfolio is typically varied, spanning new and existing algorithm development, improving the technical and execution performance of trading systems, the generation and analysis of trading signals & data
• You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle from discussing and agreeing requirements, formulating designs developing and deploying the changes.
• The systems you will work on are high volume, low latency, resilient, scalable and message-driven based on cutting edge Java and utilising the latest hardware., Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

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This is an agile, front-office role facing off with the business and as such strong communication skills and ability to work in a team is essential., * Expert-level core Java knowledge in a UNIX/Linux environment.

• Track record working in front-office environment with trading and quantitative strategists.
• Experience working on systems for automated market making, algo trading in liquid markets (equities, FX, liquid rates, etc.)
• Experience with low-latency messaging middleware pub/sub technologies.
• Candidate must have electronic trading knowledge: cash / ETF / futures preferred; liquid rates / FX acceptable.
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to analyse business & technical requirements and translate them into a well designed & coded solution
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team is essential.

Skills Desirable:

• Experience interacting with and writing KDB/Q queries.
• Experience with Java/GC/Linux
• HTML5/Angular UI development

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• Long-Term Disability
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• On-Site Gym
• Pet Insurance
• Mental Health Benefits
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• Virtual Fitness Classes
• HSA
• Parental Benefits
• Fertility Benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Family Support Resources
• Return-to-Work Program
• Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
• Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
• Adoption Leave
• Work Flexibility
• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Office Life and Perks
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Company Outings
• On-Site Cafeteria
• Holiday Events
• Vacation and Time Off
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Leave of Absence
• Volunteer Time Off
• Personal/Sick Days
• Financial and Retirement
• 401(K) With Company Matching
• Stock Purchase Program
• Performance Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Financial Counseling
• Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Promote From Within
• Mentor Program
• Access to Online Courses
• Lunch and Learns
• Work Visa Sponsorship
• Leadership Training Program
• Associate or Rotational Training Program
• Internship Program
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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